When the pain feels endless, support still exists.
Emotional suffering can narrow perspective. Speaking to someone trained to listen can widen it again.
You do not have to carry this alone.
Across India, Befriender Centres are available to listen and emotionally support you through difficult times
Talking early can change the outcome.
Reaching out to a support centre in time can prevent a crisis from becoming irreversible.

About Befrienders Initiative

(A Network of Compassion Since 2003)

Befrienders Initiative (formerly Befrienders India) unites 14 independent centers across India under the Befrienders Worldwide network. Our trained volunteers provide confidential emotional support to those experiencing distress, isolation, or emotional pain.

Our Mission

"To alleviate emotional distress through empathetic, non-judgmental listening in communities across India."

Our Services

Supporting and guiding the establishment of new suicide prevention centres to expand access to emotional support and Suicide prevention
Standardised training framework aligned with global best practices in emotional support and suicide prevention
Region-based call routing that connects individuals to the most appropriate and nearby suicide-prevention helpline centre
Global collaborative outreach to share knowledge, strengthen support systems, and expand impact

Befrienders Initiative (India) Network

Jeevan
Lifeline
Ankahee
Connecting Trust
Cooj
Saath
Life Bridge
Maithri
Nesam
PRATHEEKSHA
Roshini
Sanjeevani
Sneha
Sumaitri